Brian Haak, an attorney with the state Assembly Majority office, served as the leader of the town of St. Johnsville from 2006-07. Before becoming supervisor, he was village justice for six years. He was appointed a member of the Planning Board in Colonie this year and spoke out publicly last year in support of privatizing the landfill's operation.

Haak could not be reached for comment.

The town has an opening on its board after deputy supervisor Nancy Hernandez resigned to take a job with the state that bars her from holding elective office.